Showing posts with label Employment. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Employment. Show all posts

Monday, 22 July 2024

What Does It Mean To Be Nigerian?

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels

By Ruth Ajawu


My parents in their benevolence kept me in a bubble: a bubble of perpetual provision and financial security. I had zero worries and big dreams. There was this picture in mind of what my life would look like: graduate from the university by 19, get a well-paying job that would cater to my expensive tastes immediately after, and make a meaningful impact in my community by funding sustainability projects. 

Friday, 7 October 2016

Wednesday, 3 August 2016

My Horror Interview Story

Employees working on a problem.
Image: Video Block

So…I got an invitation to attend an interview in Lagos and it got me really excited. The company had a great online presence and I imagined the value I could add to the company.

Thursday, 23 June 2016

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Skill Versus Innovation

Photo by Matt Palmer on Unsplash

The Nigerian system requires that a person be 'skillful' in whatever field they choose so that they can excel in the job market. Everyone seems to be talking about garnering skills that will make the average Nigerian stand out. Job seekers are told to write skills they have to give themselves an edge over thousands of competitors. Everywhere you go, someone seems to be pushing the 'skill' agenda into the minds of Nigerians.